Alabama
Penton is a small town in Alabama with a population of 128. Residents earn $31,186 per year, which is 59% below the national average.
Based on current data, Penton receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, long commute times. Penton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Penton is $31,186, 59% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. The poverty rate of 16.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 40 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.
The median home value in Penton is $9,999, 96% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
7.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 41.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.
Penton enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 53.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $31,186 |
| 59% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $30,032 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $830 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $56,288 |
| Unemployment | 1.6% |
| 56% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 16.4% |
| 32% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 470 |
| County GDP | $690M |
| Restaurants | 33 |
| Healthcare | 29 |
| Retail | 77 |
| Manufacturing | 27 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,303 |
| 34% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 23.03% |
| Commute Time | 39.8 min |
| Drive Alone | 100.0% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
| Census Median | $9,999 |
| 96% below US avg |
| Studio | $716 |
| 1 Bedroom | $772 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $936 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,206 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,381 |
| Owner-Occupied | 88.6% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,303 |
| 34% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 23.03% |
| Obesity | 39.1% |
| 22% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 13.0% |
| Heart Disease | 6.8% |
| High Blood Pressure | 40.8% |
| Asthma | 10.1% |
| COPD | 8.3% |
| Stroke | 3.7% |
| Binge Drinking | 15.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 30.5% |
| Depression | 25.1% |
| Mental Distress | 19.8% |
| Physical Distress | 14.7% |
| Insurance Rate | 100.0% |
| Checkup Rate | 76.9% |
| Premature Death | 11,834/100K |
| Food Environment | 6.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 40.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 29 |
| Annual Average | 61.9°F |
| 15% above US avg | |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 53.0 inches |
| 40% above US avg |
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 765 ft (233 m) |
| Area | 9.1 sq mi (23.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 14/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.0098°N, 85.4748°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County FIPS | 01111 |
Winner: Republican by 64.9 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 7.3% |
| 78% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 41.5% |
| School Test Score | 4.40 |
| RUCC Code 8 | Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent |
| Population Density | 14/sq mi |
| Total Area | 9.1 sq mi |
| Broadband Access | 79.0% |
| Public Libraries | 1 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 29 |
| Restaurants | 33 |
| Retail Stores | 77 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 4 |
| Avg Commute | 39.8 min |
| Drive Alone | 100.0% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |